{"id":33342,"date":"2026-04-05T13:59:43","date_gmt":"2026-04-05T17:59:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cliniqueomicron.ca\/?p=33342"},"modified":"2026-08-18T17:42:28","modified_gmt":"2026-08-18T21:42:28","slug":"blog-medical-teleconsultation-quebec-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cliniqueomicron.ca\/en\/blogue-teleconsultation-medicale-quebec-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Online medical consultation in Quebec: how it works"},"content":{"rendered":"

La consultation m\u00e9dicale en ligne, aussi appel\u00e9e t\u00e9l\u00e9consultation ou t\u00e9l\u00e9m\u00e9decine, permet de voir un m\u00e9decin par vid\u00e9oconf\u00e9rence, t\u00e9l\u00e9phone ou messagerie s\u00e9curis\u00e9e, sans avoir \u00e0 se d\u00e9placer en clinique. Au Qu\u00e9bec, cette pratique a connu une croissance significative depuis 2020 et fait d\u00e9sormais partie int\u00e9grante de l’offre de soins de nombreux \u00e9tablissements.<\/p>\n

In this article, we'll explain how online medical consultations work in Quebec, what's covered by the RAMQ, the advantages and limitations of this approach, and how to benefit from it.<\/p>\n

How does it work in practice?<\/h3>\n

An online medical consultation generally takes place in a few simple steps:<\/p>\n

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  1. Make an appointment<\/strong> \u2014 You book an appointment online or by phone with the clinic that offers the service.<\/li>\n
  2. Connection<\/strong> \u2014 \u00c0 l’heure pr\u00e9vue, vous vous connectez via une plateforme s\u00e9curis\u00e9e (application, lien vid\u00e9o, ou t\u00e9l\u00e9phone).<\/li>\n
  3. Consultation<\/strong> The doctor asks about your symptoms, reviews your medical history, and makes a clinical assessment.<\/li>\n
  4. Tracking<\/strong> \u2014 If necessary, the doctor will write a prescription (sent electronically to your pharmacy), order tests, or refer you for an in-person examination.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Qu’est-ce qu’on peut traiter en t\u00e9l\u00e9consultation ?<\/h3>\n

    Teleconsultation is suitable for many common medical situations:<\/p>\n

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    • Common infections (sinusitis, otitis, urinary tract infection, conjunctivitis)<\/li>\n
    • Renouvellement d’ordonnances<\/li>\n
    • Chronic condition monitoring (diabetes, hypertension, asthma)<\/li>\n
    • Questions about medication and its side effects<\/li>\n
    • Visible dermatological problems (rashes, redness)<\/li>\n
    • Mental health (anxiety, depression, psychiatric follow-up)<\/li>\n
    • Preventive medicine consultation<\/li>\n
    • Medical certificates and administrative forms<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      What Telehealth Cannot Do<\/h3>\n

      Some situations require an in-person physical examination:<\/p>\n

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      • Chest pain or acute breathing difficulties (emergency \u2013 call 911)<\/li>\n
      • Fractures or injuries requiring a physical examination<\/li>\n
      • Blood draws or lab tests<\/li>\n
      • Gynecological or prostate exams<\/li>\n
      • Any symptom requiring further palpation or auscultation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Is RAMQ coverage free?<\/h3>\n

        Oui, dans la majorit\u00e9 des cas. Les consultations m\u00e9dicales effectu\u00e9es par t\u00e9l\u00e9m\u00e9decine par un m\u00e9decin inscrit \u00e0 la RAMQ sont couvertes exactement comme une consultation en personne. Vous n’avez qu’\u00e0 pr\u00e9senter votre carte d’assurance maladie valide.<\/p>\n

        Certains services sp\u00e9cialis\u00e9s ou administratifs (certificats pour l’employeur, formulaires d’assurance) peuvent entra\u00eener des frais suppl\u00e9mentaires, comme c’est le cas en consultation en personne.<\/p>\n

        Advantages of online consultation<\/h3>\n
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        • Geographic accessibility<\/strong> \u2014 Consultez un m\u00e9decin de n’importe o\u00f9 au Qu\u00e9bec<\/li>\n
        • Time saving<\/strong> \u2014 Pas de d\u00e9placement ni de salle d’attente<\/li>\n
        • Speed<\/strong> \u2014 Des rendez-vous souvent disponibles plus rapidement qu’en clinique<\/li>\n
        • Continuity of care<\/strong> \u2014 Regular follow-ups with your doctor, even when traveling<\/li>\n
        • Comfort<\/strong> \u2014 Consult from home, at work, or on vacation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          How to choose a telemedicine service in Quebec?<\/h3>\n

          Some criteria to check before choosing:<\/p>\n

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          • Are doctors registered with the College of Physicians of Quebec?<\/li>\n
          • Is the service covered by RAMQ?<\/li>\n
          • Is the platform secure and compliant with privacy standards?<\/li>\n
          • Can we get a follow-up with the same doctor?<\/li>\n
          • Does the service offer flexible hours?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            Teleconsultation at Clinique Omicron<\/h3>\n

            Clinique Omicron offre des consultations m\u00e9dicales en ligne accessibles partout au Qu\u00e9bec. Notre \u00e9quipe de m\u00e9decins est disponible pour des consultations rapides, des renouvellements d’ordonnances, des suivis de conditions chroniques et bien plus.<\/p>\n

            To book a telemedicine appointment, visit our page appointment scheduling<\/a> call us at 514 606-3350. Visit our Pricing Page<\/a> for available services.<\/p>\n

            Si vous h\u00e9sitez entre une consultation en ligne ou en personne, un professionnel de la sant\u00e9 peut vous guider vers l’option la plus appropri\u00e9e pour votre situation.<\/p>\n

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